New Haven Celebrates 379th Birthday

Published Apr 24, 2017 at 10:28 AM

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The City of New Haven is celebrating its 379th birthday today, April 24.

Starting at 4:30 p.m. in the city hall, Mayor Harp will commemorate New Haven’s “379 years of tradition, innovation, and idealism with pageantry and artistic expression on full display,” said New Haven’s Director of Communications, Laurence Grotheer.

Along with an “I Love New Haven” performance by musician Justin Johnson, there will be several events throughout the afternoon to honor the city.

Mayor Harp will recognize recent achievements in New Haven, regarding everything from sports to the arts. These include the following: